U. Selvadurai

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U. Selvadurai is a materials engineer specializing in surface engineering and tribology, with a focus on the wear behavior of thermal spray coatings applied to complex three-dimensional geometries. Their seminal work, "Wear Analysis of Thermal Spray Coatings on 3D Surfaces" (2013), has garnered 14 citations, establishing a foundational methodology for evaluating coating durability on non-planar substrates—a critical challenge in aerospace, automotive, and industrial tooling applications. Selvadurai’s research bridges the gap between coating deposition techniques and real-world performance, systematically analyzing how surface curvature influences wear mechanisms such as abrasion, adhesion, and fatigue. By developing tailored testing protocols and wear models for 3D surfaces, they have provided engineers with actionable insights to optimize coating parameters for enhanced component lifespan. This work has been particularly influential in advancing protective coatings for turbine blades, engine components, and molds. Selvadurai’s contributions underscore the importance of geometry-specific wear analysis in extending the service life of high-value mechanical parts, making their research a cornerstone for students and practitioners seeking to improve surface durability in demanding environments.